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What is the best way to photograph Glass objects?

I wanted to photograph some glass crystal figures and would like some advice on how to get the best results.

I have tried with the 3 halogen lights that I have but no matter how I position them I can not seem to get any real sparkle or refraction in the crystal facets, the following are some sample shots that I have teken, 2 with just natural light in my garage and 2 with natural light plus flash.

Re: What is the best way to photograph Glass objects?

I think the lighting is too harsh and the halogen lights too powerful for waht you want to achieve
If I were trying this sort of shot I would ditch the flash and use my light tent with a diffused desk lamp either side

Re: What is the best way to photograph Glass objects?

The light tent sounds a good idea a peice of black card each side out of shot will give you a defined edge.

Coda

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